The Alexandrian Hotel here in Old Town Alexandria has the most charming red brick courtyard for outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions – and perfect for a rustic courtyard wedding. Kate and Os were married in this very space with their closest family and friends.
Extraordinary Style
Kate’s bouquet was anything but ordinary. The king protea definitely captured our attention, with an equally beautiful supporting cast of ranunculus, butterfly ranunculus, white wax flower, eucalyptus and magnolia foliage. Finishing her bridal look was a lush crown of seeded eucalyptus foliage accented with touches of wax flower.
The vision for the rustic courtyard wedding included many shades of greenery, and they embraced the all green shades throughout! The bridesmaids wore stunning emerald green dresses, and their bouquets were foliage heavy. Boutonnieres of mixed greens graced the men’s lapels, with Os sporting a small succulent.
Ceremony
Their rustic courtyard wedding style was absolutely perfect for the courtyard – organic and rustic with a touch of whimsy. The ceremony set with two rustic wine barrels, each holding a large, organic design of hydrangea, stock, roses and spray roses in shades of white and ivory with wisps of Queen Anne’s lace and finished with richly textured lemon leaf and eucalyptus foliages.
Reception
For the reception, a combination of elegant eucalyptus garlands and terrariums created an elegant ambiance for the rustic courtyard wedding. The sweetheart table featured a garland along the front rim further accented with white O’Hara garden roses, ranunculus, and wax flower. Keeping with our rustic theme, the cake was ringed with a lush treatment of eucalyptus along the base.
Kate and Os were such a pleasure to work with and we wish them the best in their first year of marriage!
Venue: The Alexandrian Hotel
Photography: Lindsay King
Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design
Music: Chris Styles, DJ Xtreme Sound
Hair & Make Up: Make up by Ana B
Cake: Fluffy Thoughts
Coordinator: Hannah Warren
